Pronunciation Guide
ㄱ[gi·yeok]
Pronunciation Tips:
- •"eo" sounds like "uh" in "butter"
English Translation
giyeok (ㄱ)
Meaning & Usage
The first consonant of the Korean alphabet. Pronounced like 'g' at the beginning of a word, and 'k' at the end. It was designed to represent the shape of the tongue blocking the throat.
Learning Tips
- 💡This is a common beginner-level word. Practice using it in daily conversations!
- 💡Nouns are often followed by particles (은/는, 이/가, 을/를) to indicate their role.
- 💡14 basic Korean consonants (ㄱ to ㅎ)
Difficulty:Beginner (TOPIK 1-2)
Example Sentences
Beginner
Try making the "ㄱ" sound.
Intermediate
Find a word that starts with "ㄱ".
Advanced
Understanding the position and method of pronouncing "ㄱ" enables accurate pronunciation.
Master
The phonological characteristics of "ㄱ" are central to the Korean pronunciation system.
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